Signal ahead! Bikers should have been taught this in pre-school
By Matthew PerlmanPosted on
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Police are cracking down on bicyclists who break the law, and many riders don’t know that signaling turns and stops are part of the rules of the road. Here’s a breakdown of how to let other riders — and drivers — know what your next move is going to be.
Right way: A right turn is signalled by holding the arm out and bending it upward at the elbow.
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Down and out: A stop is signalled by extending the arm downward towards the ground.